Exploring African's history, geography, culture, antiquities, tourism and all that gleams even beyond our borders. Disclaimer: we don't own most pictures.
Far south of the Giza pyramids, on the west bank of the Nile, approx. 370 miles south of Cairo, stands a temple once nearly lost to time—the Temple of Hathor at the Dendera temple complex. Walking beneath these towering columns, exposes you to their amazingly carved architecture.
Hausa and Swahili are the most spoken languages in the continent of Africa with more than 150M speakers each. Both are very easy to read as words are pronounced the way they are written. Hausa is widely spoken in Nigeria, and Swahili in East Africa—Tanzania and Kenya.
Tassili n’Ajjer plateau’s rock art is estimated to be thousands of years old. The area is home to numerous rock paintings and engravings that provide valuable insights into the lives of ancient African civilizations, including the ancient daily activities, rituals, and wildlife.
Africa, a place like no other, a place where you’ll feel the rhythmic heartbeat of the wild as you traverse vast through the savannas, where majestic lions roam freely and herds of graceful elephants amble gracefully. This is Africa as it once was.
Gaborone is the capital city of Botswana, located in the southeastern part of the country. It became the capital in 1965, replacing the city of Mafikeng in South Africa. Mafikeng was the capital of the former British colony of Bechuanaland (now Botswana) from 1894 to 1965.
Happy Africa Day!
It's time we celebrate the beauty and diversity of Africa. It's time to learn about the African culture and history, and let its beauty sparkle beyond borders.
Let's celebrate the hope and promise of Africa, and look forward to a brighter future.
AFRICA: A CONTINENT OF BEAUTY
By @charlescs_
Africa is a continent of beauty, from its towering mountains to its vast deserts, from its lush rainforests to its sparkling coastlines. It's home to a wide variety of cultures and languages, and its people are warm and welcoming.
Africa is a continent with a bright future. The continent is rich in natural resources, and its people are eager to learn and grow. Africa is a continent on the move, and it is poised to make a significant contribution to the world in the years to come.